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SUMMARY:Hot Rods & the Business Behind Them: A Teen Garage Experience
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, July 23 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\, students ages 14–18 will get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at All American Billet (AAB)\, led by entrepreneur Shane Williams\, who turned a small machine shop into a powerhouse in the hot rod world. \nShane started AAB in 2013 with a single billet sun visor hook for classic trucks. Today\, the company designs custom hot rods\, suspension kits\, and aftermarket parts\, and has grown through multiple brand acquisitions. \nAAB’s Latest Venture:\nAll American Billet continues to innovate\, most recently acquiring Hurricane Motorsports\, a manufacturer of Shelby Cobra replica kit cars. The company now offers build-it-yourself kits\, rollers\, and fully built cars. Plans are also in motion to add Porsche 356 Speedsters and Spyders\, further cementing AAB’s status as a leader in custom automotive innovation. Operating across three facilities totaling 41\,500 square feet\, AAB is more than a collection of brands—it’s a unified powerhouse pushing the boundaries of hot rod and custom vehicle craftsmanship. \nDuring this hands-on 2-hour experience\, teens will: \n\nExplore the garage and see hot rods being built\, customized\, and restored up close\nDiscover the art and skill behind transforming classic cars into one-of-a-kind machines\nLearn directly from Shane about turning passion into a thriving\, multi-brand business\nAsk questions\, gain inspiration\, and connect school lessons to real-world entrepreneurship\n\nThis is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to see hot rods and business in action\, and get inspired by an entrepreneur who’s built a career from creativity\, passion\, and vision!
URL:https://aspiringyouth.org/event/hot-rods-the-business-behind-them-a-teen-garage-experience/
LOCATION:All American Billet\, 1138 W Watkins St\, Phoenix\, 85007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship Education,FREE EVENT,Innovators Circle Monthly Events,Teen Events
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SUMMARY:Innovator Circle: Golf\, Leadership & Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Aspiring Youth Academy\, in partnership with First Tee – Phoenix\, invites high school students to a hands-on Innovator Circle focused on golf\, leadership\, and entrepreneurship. \nTeens will learn golfing fundamentals\, explore leadership skills\, and hear how golf and entrepreneurship connect—with insights from the First Tee – Phoenix team on how lessons from the course translate into real-world confidence and decision-making. \nThis event will also feature special guest speakers Daryl and Derek Crawford\, twin brothers who bring valuable entrepreneurial insight and mindset shaped by a lifetime in golf. Daryl serves as General Manager of Papago Golf Club\, and Derek is the Tournament Director. Both played junior\, high school\, and college golf together\, ultimately competing as teammates at Arizona State University\, and will share how leadership\, service\, and an entrepreneurial approach have guided their careers. \nWho Should Attend:\nHigh school students ages 14–18 \nWhat to Wear:\nSports attire or a polo\, athletic shoes (closed-toe) \nWhat You Will Learn:\nThis event is designed to help teens build skills\, try something new\, and connect with peers in a fun and supportive environment.
URL:https://aspiringyouth.org/event/innovator-circle-golf-leadership-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Papago Golf Course\, 5595 E Karsten Way\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship Education,FREE EVENT,Innovators Circle Monthly Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260411T130000
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SUMMARY:Innovator Circle: Art & Entrepreneurship Welding Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join John Elvis Taska\, a mixed-media and industrial artist\, educator\, and community builder based in Tempe\, for a hands-on Art & Entrepreneurship Welding Workshop!\nAs Shop Manager at The Walter Hive\, John works at the intersection of art\, fabrication\, and workforce skills. He teaches participants how tools\, creativity\, and collaboration can turn ideas into real-world projects. His work focuses on empowering youth through hands-on learning\, creative problem solving\, and building stronger communities through the arts. \nIn this workshop\, youth will explore modern fabrication tools such as laser cutters and plasma cutters\, learning the basics of digital design and tool operation\, and seeing firsthand how ideas become real products. \nParticipants will create custom keychains using laser-cut materials and plasma-cut metal\, discovering how creativity and practical skills can connect to entrepreneurship and small-scale manufacturing. \nDon’t miss this chance to get hands-on with innovative tools\, express your creativity\, and learn skills that bridge art\, technology\, and business! \nSpace is limited—so we’d love to know you’re coming!
URL:https://aspiringyouth.org/event/innovator-circle-art-entrepreneurship-welding-workshop/
LOCATION:The Walter Hive\, 6435 E. Thomas Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85251\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship Education,FREE EVENT,Innovators Circle Monthly Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260110T120000
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SUMMARY:Movement + Mindset Fitness & Entrepreneurship with Katie Leonard
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, January 10 from 10 – Noon\, for a high-energy\, circuit-style workout led by wellness entrepreneur Katie Leonard. This session blends bands\, dumbbells\, and agility ladders for a mix of strength\, speed\, and endurance. Expect squats\, lunges\, curls\, skaters\, ladder runs\, and more — all set to motivating music in a Tabata-inspired format (40 seconds on\, 20 seconds rest) designed to energize your body and sharpen your mind. \nKatie will also share how she transformed her passion for movement into thriving wellness businesses\, offering insights\, lessons\, and inspiration from her entrepreneurial journey. Come ready to sweat\, learn\, and leave with renewed energy and direction for whatever you’re building next. 💪✨ \nSign-Up Today!
URL:https://aspiringyouth.org/event/movement-mindset-fitness-entrepreneurship-with-katie-leonard/
LOCATION:Aspiring Youth Academy\, 917 E. Sheridan St.\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship Education,FREE EVENT,Innovators Circle Monthly Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251213T100000
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SUMMARY:Farm-to-Table Teen Experience - Teen Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:“Farm-to-Table” Teen Experience with Katie Leonard & Reece Robbins. \n\nJoin us for a hands-on\, heart-fueled day of wellness and innovation with Katie Leonard and Reece Robbins\, two inspiring entrepreneurs in the cooking\, health\, and fitness space! Teens will visit the Uptown Farmers Market to connect with local growers\, explore seasonal ingredients\, and learn how passion and purpose can grow into thriving wellness businesses. \nAfter gathering ingredients\, teens will return to Aspiring Youth Academy to cook healthy\, creative dishes — discovering how fun and empowering it can be to eat well\, cook from scratch\, and think like a wellness entrepreneur. \nThis is Part 1 of a two-part series! We’ll see Katie again in January for our next event — Fitness & Entrepreneurship — where teens will continue exploring how wellness and innovation go hand in hand. \nSign-up Here.
URL:https://aspiringyouth.org/event/farm-to-table-teen-experience-teen-meet-up/
LOCATION:Uptown Farmers Market
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship Education,FREE EVENT,Innovators Circle Monthly Events,Teen Events
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SUMMARY:Nov. 13: Teen Meetup -Beyond the Menu
DESCRIPTION:Learn about restaurant entrepreneurship with local business leader and co-founder Lauren Bailey.\nYou will  get the chance to:\n\nMeet Lauren Bailey and hear her incredible story\nNetwork with other entrepreneurial teens\nBuild community\nEnjoy FREE food at Joyride!\n\n  \n\n \nAbout Lauren Bailey\nCo-Founder & CEO of Postino & Upward Projects \nLauren Bailey is the Co-Founder and CEO of Postino\, recently ranked #28 on Nation’s Restaurant News “100 Under 100” fastest-growing restaurant brands. She also leads the parent company\, Upward Projects\, with 35+ restaurants across 7 states including Joyride Taco House\, Windsor\, Churn\, and Federal Pizza. Lauren formerly served on the board of Brand USA\, helping to steward a $250M annual tourism marketing budget.
URL:https://aspiringyouth.org/event/nov-13-teen-meetup-at-joyride-taco-house/
LOCATION:Joyride Taco House\, 5202 N Central Ave\, Phoenix\, arizona\, 85012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship Education,FREE EVENT,Innovators Circle Monthly Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251012T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251012T110000
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SUMMARY:Oct. 12: Teen Meetup @AMY Atelier - "Fashion\, Style & Startups"
DESCRIPTION:✨ Fashion Meets Entrepreneurship ✨Join us at the iconic Amy Atelier boutique in Old Town Scottsdale for an exclusive look at the world of fashion\, business\, and personal style!\n👗 What’s in Store? \n\nMeet Amy Yount\, founder of Amy Atelier\, and hear how she built her standout brand.\nDiscover what it really takes to run a fashion boutique — from sourcing to styling to sales.\nGo behind the scenes of the business: marketing\, customer service\, and retail strategy.\nGet hands-on with styling practice (yes\, you’ll try it out!) and score a special prize hat you won’t want to miss.\n\nSpaces are limited — reserve your spot for this exclusive behind-the-boutique experience and meet one of the Valley’s most inspiring creative business leaders.
URL:https://aspiringyouth.org/event/fashion-style-startups-behind-the-scenes-at-amy-atelier/
LOCATION:AMY Atelier\, 7144 E. Stetson Drive\, STE 100\, Scottsdale\, 85251\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Entrepreneurship Education,FREE EVENT,Innovators Circle Monthly Events,Teen Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250918T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250918T183000
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SUMMARY:Sept. 18: Teen Meetup - Fair Trade Cafe w/ Founder\, Stephanie Vasquez
DESCRIPTION:☕ Flights\, Flavors & Founders – Teen Meet-Up!When: Sept. 18\, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Fair Trade Cafe\, Phoenix \nCome chill with us at one of the coolest coffee spots in Phoenix! Pick your own coffee or matcha flight\, taste awesome flavors\, and hang out with friends. \nWe’ll also meet Stephanie Vasquez — Latina entrepreneur and founder of Fair Trade Cafe. She went from being a local high school grad and science teacher to running her own socially-conscious coffee shop. Her story will inspire you to dream big\, try new things\, and stay curious. \n✅ Sip tasty drinks✅ Hear an inspiring local story✅ Discover a great hangout spot✅ Connect with other teens \nLimited spots — RSVP here!
URL:https://aspiringyouth.org/event/innovators-circle-event-flights-flavors-founders/
LOCATION:Fair Trade Cafe\, 1020 N 1st Ave\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurship Education,FREE EVENT,Innovators Circle Monthly Events
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